Clinical Research Data Spec I

Opening

Full Time 40 hours Range URG 106 Surgery-Cancer Control

Schedule

8 AM-5 PM

Responsibilities

GENERAL PURPOSE:
The Data Control Clerk II is responsible for data entry and data management activities of large, multi-site biomedical and social-behavioral clinical trials within the URCC NCORP Research Base. The work performed requires a high degree of accuracy, the ability to exercise some independent judgment, flexibility to vary specific tasks as needed and maintain strict adherence to HIPAA requirements and federal, University and division data quality assurance and quality control standards. Requires collaboration with other research team personnel (investigators, health project coordinators, data managers, analyst programmers, biostatisticians).

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Logs in and performs thorough review of high-volume incoming research data for multiple studies for accuracy and completeness, and determines if data queries are necessary. Queries off-site coordinators for missing and incomplete data.
• Performs thorough examination of all data entered into Access and REDCap databases for clarity and accuracy.
• Working closely with investigators, designs/creates scannable (TeleformTM) versions of study questionnaires. Troubleshoots areas of common incomplete and faulty data and suggests improvements in flow of information, error detection/correction, etc.
• Assists in designing/preparing study packets for patients, data submission cover sheets, and other study-related items as necessary, e.g., pharmacy manuals, training manuals.
• Prepares, ships, and tracks study supplies to multiple off-site locations.
• Works closely with investigators and study personnel, as well as on-site study coordinators to develop appropriate data collection methods for each research project. Analyzes and suggests improvements in flow of information, error detection/correction, etc.
• Creates electronic data tracking forms and electronic participant charts.

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's degree required
• Bachelor's degree preferred

• 1 year of relevant experience required;
• or equivalent combination of education and experience required

Preferred:

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail required
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion required
• Commitment to the University's core values required
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment required
• Understands and follows data integrity standards and processes required
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills required
• Highly collaborative, works well in teams required
• Proficient in MS Office (e.g. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), email, internet required
• Ability to understand and follow standard research protocols and procedures preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred

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How To Apply

All applicants must apply online.

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Pay Range

Pay Range: $20.92 - $29.29 Hourly

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined byconsidering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.